We provide a rich first-experience for children in creative play, socialization, and cognitive growth.
Bible and Devotion: We gather together as a group and share in Bible stories, songs, finger plays.
Circle time: We gather and learn about each other and the world around us. We learn calendar skills and weather charting.
Free Play: Allows for individual choice in art, dramatic play, library, manipulative area, science, sand/water and the technology centre.
Outdoor/Gym Time: The children spend a portion of their day playing on climbers, balls, bikes, or other fun gross-motor games.
Snack and Lunch Time: During snack and lunch time the children are required to use their table-manners and participate in a table blessing. Staff members assist in developing self-help skills such as opening containers and cleaning up after themselves.
Arts and Crafts: Art activities contribute to the development of fine motor skills and is an important part of child development. It also promotes literacy, math, creativity, and a child’s self-esteem. Creative experiences foster mental growth in children by providing opportunities for trying out new ideas, new ways of thinking and problem solving.
Naptime: Children are allowed to sleep for 1 to 2 hours. Children who are non-nappers are offered books and quiet table activities. Naptime for any child is important as their body is growing at such a tremendous pace it needs the rest during the day. A child’s mind is absorbing so much information all morning long that it, to, needs the quiet time to catch up.
Science Activities: Science helps children develop vital life-skills such as problem-solving, communication and research. Integrating science concepts in everyday activities enhances cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development.
Kindergarten Readiness: Children are prepared for the transition into school by practicing to write the alphabet, numbers, and names, cutting, and reading simple books. This will increase your child’s confidence before entering kindergarten.
Teacher-Directed Activities: Children choose activities from a variety of learning areas set up by the teacher. The areas include dramatic play, blocks, science, math, games, puzzles, books, and music. This promotes self-esteem and independence.
Table Activities: Fine motor toys such as Lego, puzzles, linking toys and beads are set up by the teachers to allow the children to explore. With the development of fine motor skills, children are able to complete important tasks such as writing, feeding, buttoning and zippering that help to develop dexterity and strength.
